Israel/Gaza, Vice-president Josep Borrell talks to the press on “Implementing the Two-State Solution”

The parents of 14-year-old musician Raymi Saldaña Rojas, who tragically died in Amsterdam during a holiday, are seeking answers regarding the circumstances of his death. Despite Raymi's impressive musical achievements, which included performing with the BBC Symphony Orchestra and at London's Jazz Cafe, his life was cut short when he ended up in the water during a boat trip. Raymi's parents, Jeanette Rojas and Carlos Saldaña, are crowdfunding to cover legal representation costs for the...

Despite progress made in the UK towards gender equality, women around the world still face significant inequality in pay, jobs, household work, and access to healthcare, according to figures analyzed by The Independent. To mark International Women’s Day, The Independent highlights 50 influential women in Britain who are driving change, including those who have fought against sexism and discrimination. While strides have been made in the UK, women still earn less than men on average,...

A confirmed case of Lassa fever in a person who recently traveled from Nigeria to England has prompted officials to search for other possible cases and track contacts. Lassa fever, similar to Ebola, is rare in the UK but more common in Nigeria and other West African countries, transmitted through rodents. The UK Health Security Agency reassures the public that the overall risk of spread within the UK is very low. Full Article

Reform UK is investigating MP Rupert Lowe for "serious bullying" and targeting female staff, following public criticism of party leader Nigel Farage. The party reported Lowe to the police for alleged threats of violence against party chairman Zia Yusuf. Complaints from two female employees detailed workplace bullying, discriminatory remarks, and derogatory behavior, resulting in Lowe losing the party whip. Full Article

The United Nations special rapporteur for Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, has urged Britain to show more compassion towards Afghan refugees fleeing the Taliban's oppressive regime. Despite the UK's pledge to accept 20,000 refugees over five years, by December 2024, it had already received 34,940 arrivals and provided accommodation to nearly 26,000. Many vulnerable Afghans have turned to risky methods like crossing the Channel to reach the UK, often facing separation from their families and further mental...

EU leaders recently held a videoconference with leaders from Canada, Türkiye, UK, Iceland, and Norway to discuss defense goals and cooperation, following the Special European Council on defense and Ukraine. The leaders emphasized the importance of working together with NATO partners and reaffirmed their support for Ukraine amidst concerns about US cooperation. The meeting also saw praise for the ReArm EU initiative and a commitment from EU Council President Antonio Costa to continue close international...